First In Last Out

A pub that takes its name from its position at the top of the High Street of the Old Town section of Hastings in that it was the first pub you came to back in the day when you approached the settlement of Hastings from the north and therefore subsequently the last one before you left. A bit out of the was at the top of the old town high street, with its historic houses, quaint shops and very good pubs, of which the FILO is the best and possibly the best pub in Hastings. I certainly didn’t find a better one. Primarily a single room pub, although there is an additional function room seating area for dining off the corridor to the back, but most of the action takes place in the bar room, with its period décor, comfortable booths and interesting fireplace. I cannot comment on the food because I was here to try the FILO house brewery beers and in that respect all six ale pumps on the bar were in operation for our visit, with the ubiquitous for these parts Harvey’s Sussex Best on one and the FILO Brewery products on the other five. These were Crofters Best Bitter, Old Town Tom Craft Beer, Cardinal Sussex Porter, Gold Premium ale and Churches Pale Ale. We tried the Old Town Tom and The Cardinal Porter and they were both in good condition. As mentioned if there is a better traditional pub in Hastings I didn’t find it (although the Mermaid did run it close , or could not visit it (as the Jolly Fisherman doesn’t open on a Monday or Tuesday.

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Found it hard to find a Sunday roast in Hastings and felt lucky we managed to book a table here. We had high hopes for our meal here as we were told the food was good. Unfortunately one thing was drastically wrong with our lunch. The beef was almost inedible as it was so tough. It looked ok on the plate nice and pink how I like it but it was almost impossible to cut with a knife. I don't mind a good chew so I ploughed on still knowing it wasn't right and my wife didn't want to cause a fuss so pushed it about the plate till the meal was over and it was too late to redeem. As for the rest the potatoes were burnt on the edges and that didn't produce a good taste. The other veg were OK the best being the cauliflower cheese which was actually very nice. We will never be back as we live far away but theres a couple of tips for the chef there. But probably more dissapointing was the reaction from the staff member that we mentioned this to. No real apology, and definately no effort to compensate us for the poor quality of meal.

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A family lunch spoiled. Fish and chips was small, wet and undercooked. Batter was awful. Both children left most of theirs. Liver was the opposite, overcooked and tough. Dauphinoise potatoes were a slab of goodness knows what. Long wait for food after order (35 minutes). Average dish price £19. We love puddings but abandoned ship and left very disappointed.

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My wife's good friends true locals suggested FILO for our first night's initiation in Hastings. Great choice as FILO is as genuine pub ish as you will find. Jolly atmosphere, blazing wood burning fireplace right in the center of it all, and cold American standards) beer. A experience.

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This must be the best pub in Hastings. We regular visit Hastings from the north of England and always try to get to pub for the good food and excellent range of real ales.

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